Album Review
American Eyes - Never Trust Anything That BleedsAmerican Eyes - Never Trust Anything That Bleeds

Here we have the L.A five piece American Eyes, who have been together since 2002. They have experienced enough trouble in their time, finding it hard to get local shows due to having a bad reputation. That was until a gay club let them play which went down a storm and attracted the attention of local radio stations, promoters and venues once more. Then, they caught the attention of SideOneDummy Records.

So, 'Never Trust Anything that Bleeds' is the bands first release on SideOneDummy and is a six track concept EP which is based around a relationship that happened in lead singer David Henry's life. The end result is amazing.

The EP starts off with "Knife Fight With A Girl (True Story)' which is a song about confusion, incomprehension and the emotions of having to sever ties with a former love. The song's pretty punky and catchy with some dance rhythms.

Next up is "Telephone Wires" which is the stand out track on the EP and is very catchy with strong lyrics. Then we have "Carry On For Keepsake", which is an anthemic song that grapples painfully with a sense of loss in the wake of a tumultuous relationship. "Girl With The Broken Heart (By The Way)" is a very strong rocking song.

"Day We Died" is a collaboration featuring vocals from Curt Smith and is a pretty mellow song. The EP finishes with "Radio" which is a upbeat sing-along track where Henry sends the message across that he's doing what he loves.

Over all, this concept EP is awesome. Check it out you might just find yourself a new favourite band.

5/5

Review by Trigger
 Band Members
American Eyes - Band
David Henry – (vocals)
Brent Richardson – (guitar)
Oliver Gold – (drums)
Michael Anthony – (guitar)
Tyler Johnson – (bass)
 Track Listing
1. Knife Fight With A Girl
2. Telephone Wires
3. Carry On For Keepsake
4. Girl With The Broken Heard
5. Day We Died
6. Radio
 Band Related Links
American Eyes Myspace
American Eyes Official Website
 Review Score Code
- Top Cheese
- Brilliant
- Pretty damn good
- Ok I guess
- What Was That?